TACO AL CARBON
4420 LAKE WORTH RD, Lake Worth FL 33461 · 561.432.8474
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
APR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
JUN 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 33 points off where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 lives roaches on ground by back door. Operator eliminated.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023016590 | Mar 2, 2023 | Apr 18, 2023 | $200 |
| 2--2019039796 | Jul 16, 2019 | Sep 6, 2019 | $400 |
| 2--2018035742 | Jul 6, 2018 | Aug 21, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 16, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding) date marked 7/14 not prepped or portioned today stored in outdoor walk in cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding) date marked 7/14 not prepped or portioned today stored in outdoor walk in cooler overnight. See stop sale. birria beef (53F - Cold Holding); houses made salsa (53F - Cold Holding) held for less than 3 hours in walk in cooler. Per operator items were moved from interior cooler less than 3 hours ago. Operator moved items to freezer to chill. diced tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); cheese (53F - Cold Holding) held in kitchen flip top cooler not prepped or portioned today. Per operator items were moved from reach in cooler less than 3 hours ago. Operator opted to place items on time. Operator time marked.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. salsa (58F - Cooling for 1/2 hour at 10:20, 57F at 11:25) in deep filled container in reach in cooler. Operator reorganized item and created ice bath to help increase cooling rate.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on in use kitchen prep table. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line hood system heavily soiled with grease.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Single service spoons stored upright in kitchen. Operator reorganized.
Jun 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 29, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle soiled cooking utensils and then immediately put on gloves without first washing hands. Reviewed handwashing requirements with operator. Employee washed hands and changed gloves.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 lives roaches on ground by back door. Operator eliminated.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. diced tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (55F - Cold Holding); salsa (55F - Cold Holding) not prepped or portioned today stored inside cook line flip top cooler. Per operator, items were moved from neighboring cooler less than 2 hours ago. Operator applied ice to product to chill. chicharron (52F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (55F - Cold Holding); chicken soup (53F - Cold Holding) held in reach in freezer in back storage area. Per operator, unit was left unplugged for less than 2 hours due to cleaning. Operator plugged unit back in and began chilling items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by triple sink. Employee provided.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container with no handle stored in ice bucket at front counter.
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches on ground underneath cook line. Operator discarded.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside machine at back of building.
Feb 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided.
Food stored on floor. Containers of housemade salsa stored on floor of walk in cooler.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwashing sink right of triple sink draining slowly.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Food contact portions of unwrapped single service spoons and forks stored upright in kitchen. Operator reorganized.
Wet wiping clothes not stored in sanitizing solution between uses throughout kitchen area. Operator placed clothes in sanitizer bucket.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At kitchen, Gabon's wash sink blocked by bin of beans. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor. At walk in freezer, bins of sauce stored on floor.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employees peeling carrots prior to washing. Explained and they washed remaining.
Nov 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator using walk in freezer / walk in cooler container. Checked OnBase. No plans available. Advised to submit plans to DHR.PLANREVIEW@myfloridalicense.com for approval.
Sep 26, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on hose Bibb at mop sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator using walk in freezer / walk in cooler container. Checked OnBase. No plans available. Advised to submit plans to DHR.PLANREVIEW@myfloridalicense.com for approval.
Sep 25, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 10 high priority.
10 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Roasted corn on the cob 68 f cooling since yesterday, salsa 56 f cooling overnight,
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Rice 103 f at 3:08 cooling since 9:00 am in a large pot in the kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Flan date marked 10/09 today's date I'd 09/25 explained maximum 7 days.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Heat applied salsa prepared on 09/16 today is 09/25. Explained
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee washing soiled dishes then handled clean dishes without washing hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Roasted corn on the cob 68 f cooling since yesterday, salsa 56 f cooling overnight, ham 62 f, queso cheese 51 f, 24 boxes x37 b each both cold holding Rice 103 f at 3:08 cooling since 9:00 am, Rice 119 f queso cheese 69 f, salsa 72 f, tomato sauce 67 f all three not prepared or portioned today and longer than 6 hours stop sale issued taco meat 107 f at 3:13 pm reheating since 12:00 pm
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 f. ham 62 f, queso cheese 51 f, 24 boxes x37 b each both cold holding overnight. queso cheese 69 f, salsa 72 f, tomato sauce 67 f all three not prepared or portioned today and longer than 6 hours stop sale issued Watermelon drink 63 f no ice as per employee 2 hours at the counter. She added lot of ice second temperature after 20 minutes 35 f
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. taco meat 107 f at 3:13 pm reheating since 12:00 pm
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 119 f in a pan on steam table.as per operator same rice from the large pot..
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on hose Bibb at mop sink.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Roasted corn on the cob 68 f cooling since yesterday, salsa 56 f cooling overnight,
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by large can. Employee removed the can.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator using walk in freezer / walk in cooler container. Checked OnBase. No plans available. Advised to submit plans to DHR.PLANREVIEW@myfloridalicense.com for approval.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Shredded chicken prepared 2 days ago not date marked. Explained and manager marked the date.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon handle in contact with seasoning. Employee stored spoon handle above food.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table. Manager stored in San solution.
Sep 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled clean spatula without washing hands. Educated; employee washed hands and changed gloves;
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. ground beef (125-144F - Hot Holding);in steam table at cook line; food not stirred; operator stirred food; rechecked to 136 F
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Detergent stored next to dry beans container at three compartment sink Operator stored properly
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at the kitchen area; operator provided
Bowl used to dispense dry beans - in the kitchen; removed
Employee preparing food in mechanical room off the dining area- observed employee portioning salsa next to AC air handler in small room off dining room and bathrooms; area not designated as food preparation; no no handwash sink; educated operator; operator moved preparation to the kitchen;
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting- food containers have water accumulation- not properly stored to air dry; Operator stored properly
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed roasted corn on the cob stored under leaking fans in walk-in cooler; operator removed and stored properly
Food stored on floor- large Salas container stored by kitchen entrance; large dry bean container stored on the floor by three compartment sink; cooked corn on the floor in walk-in cooler; Operator stored all foods properly;
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice- inside cooler at drive through window Operator stored properly
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at cook line;
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner- beef being thawed out at room temperature at three compartment sink Operator moved to reach in cooler
Jul 17, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm);; Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn bane Marie door on cook line
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Two door glass cooler in kitchen
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bane Marie on cook line
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